Hi Friends,
On November 30, I was on a radio program called The Indigo Room: Creating our Reality. It went really well and you can listen to the program from the link below. It is Episode 50:
http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/tscmd/tc/33443
InJoy!!!
Sierra
Posted: December 3rd, 2007 under General Law of Attraction, Law of Attraction Weight Loss, Sierra's Personal Blog.
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Hi Guys,
Check out the inspirational radio program I did with Lisa Bonnice on her Shape Shifting Radio Show!! It was really great and continues to be Lisa’s highest listened to program!!
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/shapeshifting/2007/10/10/shape-shifting-lisas-not-the-only-one
InJoy!Sierra
Posted: November 20th, 2007 under General Law of Attraction, Law of Attraction Weight Loss, Sierra's Personal Blog.
Comments: 1
Sierra’s Weight Loss Tips
If you are visiting this site, you are probably one of those people who are always struggling with their weight. Believe me, I understand. I have been yo-yoing with my weight my whole life. I understand what it is like to feel fat and unattractive, to not have any energy, and to feel helpless to do anything about it. I HAVE BEEN THERE!!!
I am including here some weight loss tips that I found very helpful for me to get started and keep going. I hope that something here can help you start your road to permanent weight loss. I am with you! I support you! GO FOR IT!
The first thing you need to do is find your motivation to change your current eating habits and lifestyle. For each individual person, “the thing”, the one thing that finally motivates you to go for it, is different. You have to find your thing; the person, or place, or photo, or health issue that motivates YOU. I recommend taking pictures of yourself so you can no longer avoid knowing what you look like to others. You have to be honest with yourself, even if you are not honest about your weight on your driver’s license! Sometimes the photos alone are enough to motivate you. If that doesn’t do it, maybe there is some hot guy you like (or some husband you want to keep!), or a trip you want to take, or a cute outfit that you want to look good in. Whatever your motivation is, post it on the fridge and all around your house and keep it in the forefront of your mind at all times. I kept several things in my mind during my weight loss. One was a photo of myself looking like the Goodyear Blimp’s younger sister. The other was that my knees were starting to go and I pictured myself having to use a lift system to get up the stairs to my house. That one really motivated me!
I am a big believer in the power of affirmations and visualization, using The Law of Attraction. It is a very powerful message to the universe and to your sub-conscious mind when you write down your hopes and dreams as if you already have them. I used a journal and wrote things like: “I am healthy and thin”, “I weigh 130 pounds”, “I am a size 5″. You get the idea. The trick is to write the sentences AS IF YOU ALREADY ARE AND ALREADY HAVE THE THINGS YOU ARE WRITING ABOUT. Do not write “I will be”, or “I wish I was”, or “I want”. Once you have your affirmation list, LOOK AT IT EVERY DAY, best is in the morning before you start your day (while you are drinking your green tea!) and even better, all throughout the day and before you go to bed. To go with your written affirmations, VISUALIZE YOURSELF as the thin person you are. Visualize yourself in the clothes you want to wear, FEEL IT, BE IT! This is an important part of weight loss, do not skip this step, it really helps! One of the things I did is when I was huffing and puffing up the 72 steps to my house was that I pictured myself bouncing and even running up those steps. Now it is true! Visualize yourself on vacation on the beach in a bathing suit, visualize yourself buckling your seat belt without holding in your stomach, visualize yourself zipping up adorable Size 5 jeans with ease. The more you do this, the easier your weight loss will be. Trust me on this.
It is so important to do things that make you feel good about yourself during this time. Please take off those ugly sweats, cut them up and use them for cleaning the house and buy yourself some new clothes that you feel good in, no matter what size they are. NO FRUMPS!!!! eBay, Torrid.com and Alight.com were a Godsend for me as I was able to buy really cute plus size clothing that made me feel great. Don’t go crazy, because your new clothes wont fit you for long! Keep cleaning out your closet as clothes get too big on you. Donate them to your fat friends who will want to know what you are doing or even sell them on eBay. Don’t keep around “fat clothes” just in case. You don’t want to have that to fall back on. Don’t create safety nets for yourself this time. Go for it or Go HOME! Get a manicure, get your hair done, treat yourself like the princess (or prince) that you are! The trick is to keep you feeling good about yourself and not fall back into self pity and overeating. Be sure to check out my Weight Loss Tools & Aids page for some great sites where you can buy plus size clothing and more!
Raise your hand if you are a member of The Clean Plate Club. Yep, I thought so. I am the same way, there are starving children in Africa, you know. I have learned to ask for smaller portions because it is so hard for me to leave food on my plate. If you are still served too big portions, repeat after me, “It is okay to leave food on my plate. Worms and bugs need food too, it will get eaten by something eventually, it doesn’t have to be me.” Keep saying it. Stop eating when you are full. It is always good to drink green tea 10 minutes before you eat. You will feel fuller faster and will have that extra motivation and willpower that you need!
Find the weight loss program that works for you and that you can stick to. I like South Beach Diet for lots of reasons, but that might not be your thing. What is important is that it is a program that you can stay on without feeling deprived and hungry (feeling deprived leads to overeating!) and that will support you after you have reached your goal. There are lots of great online support systems for weight loss now.
Sorry, but you cannot get out of the exercise thing. It is essential not only for weight loss, but for your overall health. Start out slow, don’t push yourself. Take a walk with a friend or your poor dog who never gets out. As you lose weight, you will find that your energy level is higher and you will WANT TO EXERCISE. Really! I never thought it could be true, but as I got thinner, I actually wanted to exercise because I had so much energy. It just feels so good for so many reasons! There are also lots of great online workout programs too.
Stay conscious when you eat. If you are like me, you can go into a kind of food stupor and you don’t even think or breath until everything on your plate is gone and then you wonder where it went! Put your fork down between every few bites, eat slowly, chew, chew, chew! I still have to remind myself to do this. It is a hard habit to break, but so important to do for your health and weight loss goals.
Be kind to yourself. Don’t beat yourself up if you fall off the health wagon and overeat. Just get right back on and continue. You deserve it and you are worth it. Congratulate yourself on the big and small victories and successes. I threw a party when I was able to cross my legs again with ease (but of course I didn’t tell anyone what the party really was celebrating!)
Do not let yourself get to the starving point as that can lead to a major overeating binge. It is always better to eat 6 small meals during the day, or at least have a snack between meals. I usually snack on nuts (don’t go overboard, but they are a good source of protein and very filling) or fruits or both.
One of the best things you can do for your overall health and weight loss is to stop eating processed foods. Fill your diet with whole foods like fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds and whole grains. Foods that are still in their original, natural form. Highly processed breads, pastas, meats, and other foods that no longer resemble what they once were will slow down your weight loss. Fried foods are out too, they are just horrible for your system. Become a lean, mean, greaseless machine!
Drink lots of water. This helps with weight loss but will also help to keep your skin hydrated to avoid stretch marks and hanging skin. Use lots of lotion too! I found Hydroderm to be a great product for stretch marks and wrinkles as I was losing weight and afterwards.
Look in the mirror everyday and say “Love You” and mean it, no matter where you are with your weight loss goals!
Posted: August 29th, 2007 under Law of Attraction Weight Loss.
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In my new book, I give people the step by step tools to manifest the life and body of their dreams. Here are some of my favorites to get you started! First, the big one:
The Divine Plan of my life is Manifesting for me now, quickly and in peace.
Thank You. Thank You. Thank You.
I use this affirmation to call my Divine Path into Divine Order. This affirmation has created new careers, relationships and brought things to me that I never imagined possible. You are saying that you are ready and open to manifest your dream life, to live your Divine Path, whatever that might be.
The _________ I am seeking is seeking me, and the Law of Good draw us together with love and understanding.
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you.
Use this affirmation whenever you want to attract something to you, such as a house, a car, a new relationship, anything you want to draw and attract in.
I cannot do this by myself, but God can and is creating miracles here and now.
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you.
You can use this affirmation whenever you feel overwhelmed by a situation or what you are asking for. You can write it as many times on as many pages as you want as you create your journal and your life.
The moment one definitely commits oneself, then
Marilyn gave me this quote the first day I went to see her. It reminds me that MIRACLES HAPPEN when we commit to ourselves to something, when we are consciously creating our dream lives. It reminds me not to worry about HOW it will come, but to just EXPECT MIRACLES!
I now bless what I have previously condemned. My act of blessing can bring rewarding results in the way of increased health, wealth and happiness in my life. Yes, every area of my life can improve as I practice blessing it.
You will be amazed at how people and situations will change when you bless them instead of cursing them. Use the Act of Blessing every single day and you will see incredible results in your life.
Within me is the wisdom of the ages. That wisdom now shows me how to expand my life. That wisdom now shows me how to prosper and be free. I am divinely guided in all situations and decisions. Everything I need to know about __________ is revealed to me now.
I use this affirmation when I have a question about something and need guidance on which road to take. For example, when I first started writing this book, I was not sure if I should make it specifically about weight loss or about my life and the Law of Attraction in general. I wrote this affirmation in my journal and put “my book” in the blank. That very same evening, I just happened to click on a radio interview that Oprah did and she was saying how someone needs to write about using the Law of Attraction specifically to weight loss. There was my answer, from Oprah herself! It is all part of watching for the signs after you ask, because they can come in various ways that you might not be expecting. Who would have thought that Oprah would be the Messenger to tell me the route to take with my book?
I now let go of worn out things, worn out conditions and worn out relationships. Divine Order is now established and maintained in my life. The inflow and outflow of everything in my life is established in divine order.
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!
This affirmation helps to let go of things that no longer server you. As you travel on the conscious creating path, you will find that you are no longer attracted to certain people or things and become very attracted to other people and things. This is part of the natural flow of living the life of your dreams. Your instincts are telling you the people, places and things that you need to connect with to achieve what you want. Listen to your instincts and follow them.
I do not depend upon persons or conditions for my prosperity. God is the source of all my prosperity and provides His own channels of supply to me now. I can clearly see that nothing or no one can stand between me and my Good. I dissolve in my mind and in the minds of all others any idea that my own can be withheld from me. That which is for my highest Good comes to me now and in my clear perception of truth, I welcome it! I now accomplish great things with ease. My life cannot be limited. My financial income cannot be limited. God in me now frees me from all limitation. I am rich in mind and manifestation now!
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!
This affirmation is a great reminder that no one or nothing can limit us or hold back our Good. We are free from limitation as we are all Children of God, we are all Divine Spiritual Beings!
Posted: August 27th, 2007 under General Law of Attraction, Law of Attraction Weight Loss.
Comments: 8
The Health Benefits of Green Tea
The Health Benefits of Green Tea were discovered over 4,000 years ago in the Orient and since then has become the number one drink in the world.
Green tea’s health secret lies in the fact it is rich in catechin polyphenols, particularly epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). EGCG is a powerful anti-oxidant: besides inhibiting the growth of cancer cells, it kills cancer cells without harming healthy tissue.
Green tea is rich in polyphenols. Polyphenols are considered the most effective of the all antioxidants and the amounts and effects are far higher in high quality green tea compared pills, supplements and other teas.
Consuming green tea is said to lower the levels of total cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol, thereby reducing platelet aggregation, and helping keep blood pressure in check.
Scientific research in both Asia and the West is providing solid evidence of the health benefits long associated with drinking green tea. In 1994, the Journal of the National Cancer Institute published the results of an epidemiological study indicating that drinking green tea reduced the risk of esophageal cancer in Chinese men and women by nearly sixty percent. University of Purdue researchers recently concluded that a compound in green tea inhibits the growth of cancer cells. There is also research indicating that drinking green tea lowers total cholesterol levels, as well as improving the ratio of good (HDL) cholesterol to bad (LDL) cholesterol. It has also been shown to inhibit the abnormal formation of blood clots.
There is a lot of scientific evidence out there, but I think the proof is in the results and I can wholeheartedly stand behind the weight loss and health benefits of green tea.
Here are the medical conditions in which drinking green tea is reputed to be helpful:
cancer
rheumatoid arthritis
high cholesterol levels
high blood pressure
cardiovascular disease
lowers blood sugar
infections
impaired immune function
helps stabilize diabetes
it makes your skin healthier and prettier
assists in weight loss
slows the aging process
deters food poisoning
aids in digestion
encourages bowel regularity
provides you with a mild stimulating effect without causing sleepless nights
prevents tooth decay and fights plaque
Can it be that one drink can do so much? The answer is YES and we encourage you to start drinking green tea today so you can reap all of green tea’s health benefits too!
| Green Tea - For Your Health - Get some Today! |
Posted: August 26th, 2007 under Law of Attraction Weight Loss.
Comments: 6
Learning to use the Law of Attraction in your daily life takes practice and constant
input to really “get it into your head” and re-wire your thoughts.
I have put together a list of some of my favorite products, books, videos and other Law of
Attraction and weight loss tools to help you get started creating the life of your dreams! Use your intuition and inner guidance to find the
products that will work for you!
Posted: August 26th, 2007 under Law of Attraction Weight Loss.
Comments: 4
SIERRA - BEFORE AND AFTER
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MEET THE NEW SIERRA!
JUNE 2006
JUNE 2006
Posted: August 25th, 2007 under Law of Attraction Weight Loss.
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My dear friends,
Let’s use this section of the blog to meet others that are on their Divine Path of losing weight and creating the life of their dreams! It is so important to stay connected to like minded people who will give you the support, encouragement and inspired ideas you need to keep going and keep consciously creating your dream life and body!
Posted: August 25th, 2007 under General Law of Attraction, Law of Attraction Weight Loss.
Comments: 3
Please share with us your successes using the Law of Attraction to create weight loss and the life of your dreams! It really inspires people to learn how others have used the Law of Attraction in their daily lives!
Posted: August 25th, 2007 under General Law of Attraction, Law of Attraction Weight Loss.
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CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO SIERRA’S NEW WEIGHT LOSS PODCAST!
I was born in Orange County, California (Yes, the famous OC!) in 1964. I grew up in Southern California and became a paralegal. After an incredible experience when I learned the Law of Attraction , I moved to Northern California to work for a non-profit foundation, and also worked independently from my home for several lawyers. In 1997, I had an experience with dolphins that changed my life. I moved to Coconut Grove, Florida for a short time to start The Divine Dolphin and run dolphin tours in the Bahamas and then on to Costa Rica where I opened up a small eco lodge, which I have now closed and converted into a marine research and conservation center where we specialize in dolphin and whale tours. I am the president and founder of a non-profit foundation here in Costa Rica called Vida Marina. We are working to create a protected marine sanctuary on the Osa Peninsula where I live. I have 5 dogs, 1 cat, 3 macaws and lots of monkeys, toucans, parrots and other rainforest animals that hang out around here. In the process of all of this, my weight went up and down, until I weighed over 300 pounds. That is when I applied the Law of Attraction (and green tea!) to my body and lost over 170 pounds with no surgery, pills or excessive exercise. That is the very, very short story.
I have struggled with my weight my whole life. It has been an uphill battle the whole time. I cannot tell you how happy I am that I have finally found a weight loss system and lifestyle that worked for me and has allowed me to keep it off. I am very excited to share my experiences with you and really want to help you lose weight and stay thin for the rest of your life. I know how awful it is to be overweight and feel out of control. I hope something on my site can help you become your true thin self!
To learn even more about me, you can visit my other websites:
On Myspace:
My personal site: http://www.myspace.com/divinedolphin
My foundation’s site: http://www.myspace.com/vidamarinafoundation
My weightloss/book site: http://www.myspace.com/skinnymewithgreentea
Planetary World Peace Visualization: http://www.myspace.com/visualizeworldpeace
On the World Wide Web:
Divine Dolphin - My photos, dolphin and whale swim trips, Costa Rica, etc.
DrakeBay.info - this is my travel service for hotels in Drake Bay, Costa Rica
Vida Marina Foundation - my non-profit foundation in Costa Rica
Interview with Sierra on Costa Rican TV! - I was honored for the International Day of the Women on Channel 7 in Costa Rica for my work to protect and conserve the dolphins and whales here.
Me, in a bathing suit, on TV!!!
Flint River Ranch Premium Dog and Cat Food - Holistic Dog and Cat food that I have been selling for
years
Spirit: A Tale of a Humpback Whale - a story I wrote about a beautiful baby humpback whale
that I met
Dolphin and Whale Photo Slide Show - I am also a professional nature
photographer and my photos of dolphins, whales and rainforest animals have appeared in magazines and books around the world!
A Circle of Dolphins - Summer Solstice 1997 - the beginning of my journey with dolphins and leaving the corporate world
Touched by Dolphins - Summer Solstice 1998 - my adventures continue with the dolphins and whales
From Paralegal to Paradise: Dolphins and Whales in Costa Rica - From California, to Florida, to Costa Rica thanks to the dolphins and whales!
So in a nutshell, THAT’S ME!
Posted: August 1st, 2007 under General Law of Attraction, Law of Attraction Weight Loss.
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